Job Description
Join our elite cybersecurity team in New Orleans and earn a $15,000 sign-on bonus! NOLA Cyber Defense Group is seeking a passionate Cybersecurity Analyst to protect critical infrastructure for Fortune 500 clients in the Gulf South region. This hybrid role offers competitive compensation, cutting-edge tools, and career growth opportunities in one of America's most vibrant tech hubs.
As a key member of our Security Operations Center (SOC), you'll monitor threats, investigate incidents, and implement proactive defense strategies. We provide comprehensive training, industry certifications, and a collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts our clients' security posture. Relocation assistance available for top-tier candidates.
Responsibilities
- Monitor SIEM platforms (Splunk, QRadar) for security incidents and anomalous activity
- Conduct forensic investigations of cyber threats using tools like Wireshark and EnCase
- Develop and maintain security documentation including playbooks and incident reports
- Collaborate with IT teams to implement vulnerability patches and hardening measures
- Perform penetration testing and security assessments for client environments
- Stay current on emerging threats and recommend defensive improvements
- Participate in 24/7 on-call rotation for critical incident response
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 3+ years in cybersecurity operations or SOC environment
- Industry certifications (CISSP, Security+, CEH, or CompTIA Security+)
- Proficiency in threat detection tools (CrowdStrike, Palo Alto Networks)
- Experience with NIST frameworks and compliance standards (HIPAA, PCI-DSS)
- Strong knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S)
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities under pressure